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1989 Ford Bronco II MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Ford Bronco II is a special purpose vehicle offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 1988 model. Among 39 special purpose vehicles rated for 1989, it ranks 15th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1989 #15 of 39 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Ford Bronco II's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway218.911.2
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1989 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Geo Tracker25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Suzuki Sidekick25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager21 MPG $2,214
  5. 5Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van21 MPG $2,214
  6. 15Ford Bronco II18 MPG $2,583
  7. 39Land Rover Range Rover12 MPG $4,938
1989 Bronco IIOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,906/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Bronco II MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.9L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Bronco II 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 2.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco II 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 19 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
RWD · 2.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco II 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 2.9L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Bronco II 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 2.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Bronco II 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.9L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

1989 Ford Bronco II vs. rivals

vs Isuzu Amigo 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota 4Runner 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs General Motors Coachbuilder Wagon 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Blazer 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Blazer saves $136/yr vs GMC Jimmy 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Jimmy saves $136/yr vs Mazda MPV 19 MPG · $2,447/yr MPV saves $136/yr vs Chrysler Town and Country 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Bronco II saves $152/yr vs Jeep Wrangler 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Bronco II saves $152/yr vs Chevrolet S10 Cab Chassis 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Bronco II saves $152/yr vs Cadillac Commercial Chassis 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Ford Bronco II?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1989 Ford Bronco II use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Ford Bronco II?

The 1989 Ford Bronco II's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Ford Bronco II per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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